The Bahamas is a sovereign country located north of Cuba, east of the Florida Keys, southeast of Florida and west of the Turks and Caicos Islands. It sits in the Atlantic Ocean, where it houses more than 3,000 islands, cays and islets. Consisting of a chain of islands including New Providence, Grand Bahama, Eleuthera and Cat Island among others, the Bahamas are a popular destination for tourism. It’s tropical savannah climate draws people in who wish to experience its warm Summers, when temperatures reach up to 27°C with occasional rainfall, and mild Winters when temperatures tend to average around 21°C.

There is plenty to see and do across the Bahamas’ 16 islands. Spending some time on the gorgeous sandy beaches is a must; the crystal-clear blue waters are home to all kinds of marine life that you can see up close on boating tours and diving expeditions that make for a wonderful day out. For a truly unique experience, visit Exuma and go swimming with the Bahamas’ famous swimming pigs! This island is uninhabited, so the pigs are its only residents and love visits from the locals and tourists alike. Also located in Exuma is the Land & Sea Park, where you can experience the unspoiled Bahamian beaches at their best. The Bahamian landscape is filled with a host of monuments, landmarks and tourist attractions waiting to be explored. Take a trip to Ardastra Gardens on the island of Nassau and see the marching flamingos, the national bird of the Bahamas. Hope Town is home to the last working kerosene-burning lighthouse in the world, the Elbow Reef Lighthouse, which can make for an interesting day out for visitors to the island.

A holiday to the Bahamas is perfect for couples, with many choosing it as their wedding and honeymoon destination. Couples will love island hopping through the Exuma Cays and experiencing the breath-taking beaches and adventures these islands have to offer.

A number of airlines offer flights from Dublin to Nassau, including Air Canada and Delta. Abbey Travel can organise your holiday to the Bahamas with flights, accommodation and expert advice all included.